Sigismundglocke, Bronze church bell in St. Vitus Cathedral, Prague, Czech Republic.
The Sigismundglocke is a massive bronze bell housed in St. Vitus Cathedral that stands about 2 meters tall. It weighs around 13 tons and produces loud sounds that ring out across the entire castle district.
Bell maker Tomáš Jaroš created this work of art in 1549 for the cathedral. Since then the bell has rung out and accompanied generations of Prague residents through its sounds.
The bell rings out during major religious holidays and is seen by locals as a defining symbol of the cathedral. Its deep tolling shapes the sound of the castle grounds and connects worshippers to centuries of church tradition.
The bell is housed in the cathedral tower and can be seen from outside on the castle grounds. Visitors hear the sounds best when standing in the courtyard or on the surrounding areas.
The bell requires regular rotations on its axis to prevent cracks and damage to the metal structure. This maintenance happens only at long intervals and shows the special care this historical instrument needs.
Location: Prague 1
Location: Hradčany
Inception: 1549
Creator: Tomáš Jaroš
Part of: St. Vitus Cathedral
GPS coordinates: 50.09060,14.40040
Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:49
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